As Parliament aims to drive up new standards of building in England, the Code of Practice and a new Act will significantly improve the rights of homeowners and those affected…
Read moreThe Court of Appeal decision in Smith v Pimlico Plumbers made this week is likely to have a significant impact on employers who engage so-called “independent contractors” who are in…
Read moreIt has been announced by the Home Office that from 6 April 2022, employers must carry out an online right to work check for those who hold a biometric residence…
Read moreTo give GP’s more time to work on the COVID-19 booster programme, on 17 December 2021 the Government announced changes to the time period for fit notes to be issued….
Read moreManaging your contracts is an important way of mitigating risk in your business. Here are some tips for navigating this area: Understand what contracts you are bound by It may sound…
Read moreWhen charity doesn’t begin at home As a social housing charitable trust, it can be difficult when faced with problematic tenants the same way a private landlord can be. But…
Read moreIt is imperative to be clear from the off to your customer when entering into a contract so you reduce the risk of misinterpretation and you protect your business in…
Read moreIs it a reasonable adjustment to protect a teacher’s pay when their disability means that they can no longer teach? This is a question that we are often asked in…
Read moreTo be a successful business, having staff with the necessary skills is crucial. This may result in having to recruit from overseas. The UK points-based immigration system requires employers to…
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